Arizona — Wet pavement glistens under streetlights across Tucson this New Year’s morning as scattered showers drift through the metro. The air feels mild but damp, with clouds hanging low over the Catalina foothills.
Rain chances remain elevated early today, with a few thunderstorms possible before mid-morning. Roads may turn slick quickly, especially along I-10, Aviation Parkway, and surface streets during the morning travel window. Visibility could drop briefly in heavier showers.
According to the National Weather Service, precipitation chances sit near 60 percent today. Rain tapers late this morning, and skies gradually brighten by afternoon. High temperatures climb near 70 degrees, keeping conditions comfortable once showers move out.
Tonight stays mostly cloudy and mild, with lows near 50. Any lingering moisture should dry quickly, limiting travel concerns after sunset.
Friday marks a transition toward drier weather. Clouds thin through the morning, giving way to sunshine and highs near 69 degrees. Roads improve quickly, and outdoor plans become easier across Pima County.
The weekend looks even better. Saturday brings mostly sunny skies and highs near 72 degrees. Sunday stays warm and pleasant, with temperatures near 71 and light winds. Cooler nights return, though, with lows dipping into the mid to upper 40s.
Early next week remains mild, but another round of showers appears possible by Tuesday night. While no winter hazards are expected, brief downpours could again impact travel.
Plan extra time if driving this morning, and slow down on wet roads. After today, sunshine dominates the first weekend of 2026. Traveling or heading out later today? Let us know what conditions look like in your neighborhood.
Five-Day Outlook for Tucson, Arizona
• New Year’s Day: Showers early, turning mostly sunny, high near 70°F
• Friday: Decreasing clouds, sunny, high near 69°F
• Saturday: Mostly sunny, warm, high near 72°F
• Sunday: Mostly sunny, mild, high near 71°F
• Monday: Partly sunny, pleasant, high near 71°F
